Finance Assistant

Morgan McKinley (South West); Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Accounts/Finance Assistant to join their finance team in Bristol. This full-time role focuses on maintaining financial records, processing payroll, and supporting month-end reporting. Ideal candidates have experience in bookkeeping and accounting principles. AAT qualification is desirable. The position is temporary for 3-6 months with potential for permanence, offering a competitive salary of £13-£15 per hour. Apply to build your skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with bookkeeping and accounting software required.
• Experience in payroll processing is essential.
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately.
• Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping.
• Process payroll ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Numeracy

Accounting principles understanding

Time management

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Job Title: Accounts/Finance Assistant

Location: Bristol
Hours: Full-time
Salary: 13- 15 per hour

Temporary 3-6 months, with a potential to go to permanent.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts/Finance Assistant to join our finance team. The role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll, and supporting month-end reporting through journal entries and bookkeeping tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in accounting fundamentals who wants to grow their skills in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Process payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Reconcile bank statements and ledgers regularly.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Support the finance team with ad-hoc reports and financial queries.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and statutory regulations.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with bookkeeping and accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, or similar).
• Experience in payroll processing.
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail.
• Understanding of journal entries and basic accounting principles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• AAT qualification or studying towards an accounting qualification is desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organized and methodical.
• Good communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external partners.
• Trustworthy with confidential financial information.
• Proactive, flexible, and willing to learn.